General Surgeon

International SOS Government Medical Services helps healthcare professionals make a meaningful impact around the world. As part of a global team supporting diverse patient populations, you’ll deliver high-quality care in dynamic healthcare environments while collaborating with experienced clinical and operational teams.

Operating in over 90 countries, we provide clinical care, emergency response, and healthcare support services across a wide range of care settings. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, we are committed to delivering trusted healthcare solutions wherever they are needed most. Learn more at internationalsos.com.

Deliver High-Impact Surgical Care in a Dynamic Clinical Environment

As a General Surgeon, you will provide comprehensive surgical care for patients requiring urgent, emergent, and routine procedures in a fast-paced healthcare setting. This role offers the opportunity to practice broad-spectrum surgery, collaborate closely with multidisciplinary clinical teams, and make a meaningful difference in patient outcomes through decisive, high-quality care.

Location: Iraq

Position Overview

The General Surgeon is responsible for the preoperative, operative, and postoperative management of patients across a wide range of surgical conditions. This includes emergency and trauma-related procedures as well as general surgical cases involving abdominal, vascular, urologic, orthopedic, neurologic, and soft-tissue conditions.

Working alongside anesthesia providers, nurses, and surgical support staff, you will help ensure safe, coordinated surgical care while maintaining high clinical and documentation standards in a mission-driven healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a broad range of general surgical procedures, including emergency and trauma-related operations, while ensuring safe and effective patient care
• Conduct comprehensive preoperative evaluations, review diagnostic findings, and develop appropriate surgical treatment plans
• Provide postoperative management, monitor patient recovery, address complications, and coordinate follow-up care
• Collaborate with anesthesiologists, nurses, surgical technicians, and interdisciplinary clinical teams to support optimal surgical outcomes
• Educate patients and families regarding surgical procedures, treatment expectations, risks, and recovery plans
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation, including operative reports, patient assessments, and clinical records within EMR systems
• Participate in required clinical compliance, credentialing, and regulatory education activities

Requirements & Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
• Board Certified or recently ABS-qualified General Surgeon with a current unrestricted U.S. medical license from any state, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia
• Current ATLS certification required; Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) or comparable advanced trauma training preferred
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum of 5 years of recent clinical experience, including at least 6 months within the last year
• Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance (MRPT); active clearances preferred
• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required, along with a valid U.S. passport with at least 18 months remaining before expiration
• Ability to relocate to Iraq for the duration of the assignment and meet pre-deployment medical and physical requirements
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English and perform duties involving prolonged standing, sitting, bending, stooping, and lifting up to 25 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working on a military installation or within a government healthcare program
• Recent experience in trauma, emergency, or austere surgical environments
• Experience working in multidisciplinary surgical teams supporting high-acuity patient populations

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Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

Benefits Language (FTE roles):

Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan, paid time off, and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

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International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.